Halperin's Take

Until/unless there are new facts, the passage of time is Cain's friend. But you can bet that many major news organizations are working hard on advancing the story. Cain has, to some extent, questioned his alleged accusers' credibility. That might help him in the short term — but it could also inspire them to go public, which would provide a whole new challenge for him. Mrs. Cain runs the same risk if she impugns the women in question Friday night.